Growing up in Wing, ND on a dairy farm in the 80’s left a definite imprint on me. Between my 7th & 8th grades, half of my class moved away mostly because of the banks foreclosing on the area farmers. My parents struggled but were able to survive because of their diversification of grains and dairy, and their faith in God.
After graduating from Bismarck State College and the University of Northern Colorado, my plans were to become an elementary teacher. After my student teaching experience, I realized my passion for teaching and helping others led elsewhere. While working at a local credit union in various roles, I had a chance meeting with the local Aid Association for Lutherans (AAL) representative, and that started my teaching journey with Thrivent.
Relocating back to North Dakota as we started our family, gave us an opportunity for our extended family to stay close-knit. We chose the Wilton area as it was equal distance to our families and work. Thrivent allowed me to continue to use my abilities to serve clients by growing an existing practice which I continue to do this day. It's amazing to me that it has already been over 2 decades. Throughout the years I have built an amazing team around my practice that you can read about on this website.
I am most proud of the simple and actionable processes we’ve created to help guide each client in their journey to financial clarity with biblical wisdom.
As I have grown, I look back and find that I crave security & organization in my finances from my experiences growing up on the farm. I naturally bring these skills to the table for our clientele, along with my faith & belief in God. I strive to empower Christians in understanding and utilizing the different tools and processes that help take the chaos out of their financial journey.
My husband, David & I have celebrated over 30 years of marriage. We have a daughter, Jaclyn, a student at NDSU, and a son, Caleb who is a high school student at Wilton. We enjoy traveling, trail riding on horses Max and Annie, along with dogs Teddy and Charlie. I also enjoy singing, gardening and reading.
Visit my website at: Debbie Jans, Financial Advisor in Bismarck, ND | Thrivent
Growing up a Bismarck native, I soaked in the timeless Midwestern values and strong work ethic. In high school and college, I found myself working full-time or even over-time hours in search of growing my knowledge of various industries and eventually management. From early on in my working career, back at Dan’s Supermarket, I knew, I wanted to be a leader.
My entrepreneurial spirit ignited during college, where I had many ideas that never panned out. In 2019, I connected with Debbie and began my journey to becoming a financial advisor. As it turned out, being a Financial Advisor was not quite what I expected; I pictured myself sitting at a desk with 4 computer screens trading stocks daily. Instead, I found it comes with a much greater purpose; the ability to lead clients to greater financial clarity and prosperity. Driven by a genuine desire to coach others, being good with numbers and having a passion for problem solving has allowed me to flourish as an advisor.
Becoming a successful advisor doesn’t happen without a great support system. My wife Paige is my biggest fan and does anything she can to help me succeed. We love to travel, whether that is weekend trips to Brush Lake with my family or international trips such as Europe or somewhere in the Caribbean; Paige even made it to all 50 US states prior to age 30! We live in NW Bismack, no kids yet, but do have an adorable, and often sassy, cat named Luna.
I’m grateful to be a Thrivent advisor to help guide members through their complicated financial journeys with values that are ingrained in Christianity. I truly enjoy working with all clients, but my talents are best utilized when working with small business owners on their business protection and transition strategies, and with clients looking to understand and maximize how their assets will transfer to their beneficiaries efficiently upon their passing.
To learn more about how I work best with my clients, visit my website: Trevor Opp, Financial Advisor in Bismarck, ND | Thrivent
Travis grew up in southeastern North Dakota in the small town of Enderlin. Enderlin is at the confluence of a main line railroad, a sunflower and soybean processing plant, commuting Fargo professionals, local entrepreneurs and business owners, all of which displayed the values of hard work and serving others.
Travis worked 2.5 years as a conductor for Canadian Pacific Railway before finishing his Mathematics Education Degree at Valley City State University. He spent the next 11 years in Devils Lake, ND teaching high school mathematics, coaching football, earning a master’s degree in teaching from Minot State University and starting a family.
Travis taught at the Youth Correctional Center and Wachter Middle School in the Bismarck/Mandan area. He has also been an owner/operator driving freight for Menards and helps people navigate the requirements to obtain a CDL license.
Travis is thankful for his 3 daughters that take up all his free time. His oldest, Addison, is currently attending BSC and considering majoring in elementary education. Maggie is in high school at BHS and Averi is attending Wachter Middle School. He could not be prouder of all their hard work, accomplishments and huge hearts as they continue to pursue their dreams while serving others.
Travis rejoins Thrivent after leaving during the Covid19 pandemic. At Thrivent, he enjoys working with families, preparing those families with strategies for future financial needs while having plans in place to cover unexpected needs.
He also has a unique interest in developing individual strategies for farmers, in relation to retirement income generation and transferring the business to the next generation.
To learn more about how I work best with my clients, visit my website: Travis Thielges, in Bismarck ND | Thrivent
I grew up in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, where I was fortunate to be surrounded by a family that remains a big part of my life today. One side of my family still lives in the Detroit Lakes area, while the other lives in Canada. I spent much of my childhood on a small farm neighboring my grandparents' farm, where we raised a variety of animals, including cows, chickens, horses, pigs, and pheasants. Growing up in that environment taught me the value of hard work, responsibility, and strong relationships.
Throughout high school, I was involved in a variety of activities, including hockey, which I continued playing into college. The sport gave me valuable experiences, lasting friendships, and many great memories. I began my college journey at the University of Minnesota Duluth, where I majored in Financial Planning and played ACHA Division II Women's Hockey for two years. In May 2024, I relocated to Bismarck and transferred to the University of Mary. I graduated in December 2025 with a degree in Financial Services and Banking.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my two dogs, being outdoors, and making memories with friends and family. I look forward to building relationships, learning from others, and continuing to grow at Thrivent. Today, I am pursuing a career in the financial services industry while seeking God's guidance on where He wants me to be and how I can best serve others through my work. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from Debbie, Trevor, and the entire team as I continue to grow professionally and deepen my understanding of the financial field.
Hello! My name is Ke'Ozhaune Johnson, but everyone calls me Keke! I joined Thrivent in January of this year and I'm excited to see what's next! I work in the Dickinson Office Monday-Friday as the Office Professional. I am 26 years old and was born and raised in California. I have an 11 year old daughter who loves to play music, and a lab blue heeler who is basically my 2nd child.
I went to high school and college in Las Vegas, GO REBELS! I currently reside in Dickinson, this will be my 5th year here, time flies by fast! I love to read and write stories, my goal is to read at least a book a month this year, me and my cousins have started a book club so that should be fun.
I love to travel, whenever I'm on vacation, most likely it is somewhere tropical, I love the water and I also make handmade rugs!
Can't wait to get to know all of you and introduce myself as I see you guys come in! Thanks for having me as part of the team.
Growing up I have spent time in Bismarck, Jamestown, Elgin, Mandan, Fargo, and currently reside in North Bismarck. I have been a part of the team since November 2025. In my role I help where am needed as office professional, but enjoy the marketing initiatives, client communications, and office operations. With a background in customer service and hospitality, I believe strong connections and genuine care are at the heart of every successful client experience and takes pride in supporting the firm’s mission and values.
Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Trevor (we got married in Mexico in October 2024), reading, and volunteering with the 31:8 Project. I waitress at Krolls in Mandan and love seeing people. I am a people person. I love to travel. Destination wedding was the best route for us and was so fun! I have been to all 50 states by the time I turned 30. I really enjoy the different parts of Florida. I also really enjoy cruises. My next bucket list is all provinces and territories of Canada. I have 6 out of 13 so far.
Trevor and I inherited a cat a few years back, Luna. She is a funny, funny cat. She doesn't like it when we go on trips.
I value kindness, authenticity, truth, and community involvement, and I want to help others feel connected, supported, and appreciated. I hope to meet you at the office or at a Thrivent event!
I’m a lifelong Bismarck, North Dakota girl who loves the simple things in life—coffee, family, laughter, and making memories together. I’m married to my husband, Matt, and together we have two growing boys who definitely keep us busy and life interesting!
Some of my favorite moments are spending a Friday night at home with my family, watching movies or playing cards and board games. Uno and Garbage are favorites in our house, although my youngest seems to have mastered Garbage because he beats me every single time! 😂
Fall is my favorite season. I love the cooler weather, the changing colors of the trees, and that cozy feeling that comes with the season. Christmas and Easter are my favorite holidays, especially because they give us a chance to celebrate our faith and the reason behind the season. One of my favorite Christmas traditions is going to church with my family and celebrating the birth of Jesus together.
I’d love to travel more, especially somewhere warm and beautiful by the ocean. My dream vacation would be relaxing on a beach with the people I love most, with no schedule and nowhere we need to be. 🌊☀️
Above all, I’m most proud to be a mom. It truly is the best job in the world. ❤️
I’m also so happy and excited to have joined the Infinity Financial Advisors Thrivent team! I’m looking forward to this new chapter, getting to know everyone, and meeting all of you. I can’t wait to meet you! 😊
